Practice - Key Elements of Political Organisation
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Practice Questions
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Define power in a political context.
💡 Hint: Think about who has the ability to enforce rules.
What is legitimacy?
💡 Hint: Consider why people follow laws and leaders.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is power in political terms?
💡 Hint: Think about the role of leaders in decision making.
True or False: Authority can exist without legitimacy.
💡 Hint: Consider a ruler who is not supported by the people.
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Challenge Problems
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How would you apply the concept of legitimacy to explain the fall of a historical regime?
💡 Hint: Consider the role of public opinion in supporting or opposing the regime.
Discuss the implications of power dynamics within a simple political organization compared to a complex one.
💡 Hint: Think about how decisions are made in a tribal council vs. a parliamentary system.
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